Feb. 17, 2011 - An informational meeting about fostering and adopting will be hosted by Child Protective Services on Thursday, March 3, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Fannin County Children's Center at 112 West Fifth Street in Bonham.

Every year in Texas, tens of thousands of children who are abused or neglected by the people they trust come into the state's care and thousands of these children are never able to return to their birth families. More than 6,000 children are legally free for adoption and eagerly awaiting their "forever home."

Feb. 17, 2011 - Tarleton State University has released the Distinguished Students list for the fall 2010 semester. Students on the list include freshman and sophomore students who have a minimum 3.25 grade point ratio (GPR) and no grade lower than a 'C,' and juniors and seniors who have a minimum 3.5 GPR with no grade lower than a 'C.' All must be in good standing with the university.

Feb. 17, 2011 - April 18, the 2010 federal income tax filing deadline, is just around the corner. For Texans trying to wade through their federal income tax return, it can often be challenging. Fortunately, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) stand ready to assist taxpayers with information on preparations services.

Feb. 17, 2011 - The Fannin Pregnancy Care Center is offering Prenatal Care Classes as part of the new Spring Life Skills Course calendar in Bonham. Time is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursdays starting on Feb. 17. To enroll, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 903-640-8230. Classes are free of charge and taught by an experienced Women's Health Nurse Practitioner. They cover important information about pregnancy, delivery and childbirth. Expecting mothers are encouraged to bring their partners. Please sign up as soon as possible as space is limited.